Monthly Archives: June 2011
Spanish Rhythms on Cajon – Bulerias
One of my favourite things is playing Cajon for flamenco dancers. It’s such a buzz getting in sync with the dancer, getting the Cajon grooving along with the dancer’s taconeo (footwork). It’s also a great way to pick up new rhythmic ideas from the dancer’s breaks and fills. Read the article on Bulerias just out in...Continue »
The mysterious world of Rhythm and Groove!
“When you start a painting, it is somewhat outside you. At the conclusion, you seem to move inside the painting.” Fernando Botero I remember very clearly the first time I learnt a Spanish Flamenco Rumba pattern. I was taking a … Continue reading
Meditation Practice with Cajon
Have you ever used musical practice as a form of meditation? This month, try setting aside 5 – 10 minutes each day to practice. Work with a simple rhythm that you already know and understand, and rather than trying to … Continue reading
Big thank you!
Hiya cajoneros and cajoneras - Big thank you to everyone who signed up to my site since going live last month, and thanks so much for all of your wonderful feedback and suggestions – love it and keep ‘em coming! I … Continue reading
Cajons Unlock everyone’s potential!
Move over Beatles and Rolling Stones, for a group that really rocks, look no further than Sylvanvale’s percussion workshop for adults with disabilities! The windows rattled and doors shook as the strong drum beats and groovy tunes reverberated through the … Continue reading
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